OFFICE SERVICES CLERK

MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) in Maryland seeks a full-time clerical specialist to maintain statewide death investigation records. The role requires precise data handling and long-term record retention for autopsy-related documentation.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and at least one year of clerical experience with substitutions allowed. Preferred candidates will have medical terminology knowledge and strong typing skills, plus familiarity with standard

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology (spelling and comprehension).
• Experience typing and transcribing vital information for autopsy reports and related documents.
• Experience with office practices, procedures and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain official statewide death investigation reporting records for OCME, ensuring accuracy and longevity of records.

Skills

Medical terminology

Typing / Transcription

Office procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

GRADE

ASTD8

LOCATION OF POSITION

MDH Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME)
900 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21223

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this full-time position will be to maintain official statewide death investigation reporting records for the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME). This information is of such importance that it must be retained into perpetuity.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: One year of experience performing clerical duties.

Notes:

• 1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours of education at an accredited college or university for one year of the required experience.
• 2. Six months clerical training with three courses in subjects such as keyboarding, clerical math, word processing, spreadsheets, database, graphics presentation, proofreading, or office etiquette may be substituted for six months of the required experience.
• 3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Administrative classifications or in Administrative, Clerical, or Office Services specialty codes in the Clerical Support field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The desired candidate should possess:

• Experience with and/or knowledge of medical terminology (spelling and comprehension)
• Experience typing and/or transcribing vital information (necessary for autopsy reports and other related documents)
• Experience with office practices, procedures and equipment

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum (and selective) qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

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